Corporate/M&A

Sullivan & Cromwell has a pre-eminent international practice group with a superb reputation, known for its ability to handle intricate M&A transactions. The firm caters to an impressive portfolio of blue-chip corporations and investment funds, as well as financial advisers involved in large-scale strategic transactions across a wide range of industry sectors. The corporate team comprises a prestigious bench of skilled practitioners recognised for their long-standing experience acting on various jurisdictions, most notably Argentina, Chile and Mexico.

"Sullivan & Cromwell are highly capable and intellectually curious lawyers. I always choose them for transactions which are not straightforward and which require outside-the-box thinking."

"Sullivan & Cromwell is an excellent firm with impressive capabilities and which knows our business goals. When you work with them, you receive full-service support from the entire firm."

Sullivan & Cromwell advised Bancolombia on its agreement with Patria Investments, whereby they agreed to enter into a joint venture for the development of an alternative asset management business in Colombia.

Well-regarded practitioner Sergio Galvis is renowned for his expertise in handling cross-border Latin American corporate matters. He benefits from his extensive experience in M&A transactions pertaining to Chile and Colombia. "Sergio Galvis is a fountain of knowledge. He has many years of experience and is a highly capable lawyer."

Esteemed partner Werner Federico Ahlers benefits from his in-depth experience representing major industry players and private equity funds in multi-jurisdictional M&A transactions throughout Latin America. He particularly focuses on advising clients on complex acquisitions, mergers, and tender offers in the Argentine and Colombian markets. "Werner Federico Ahlers is an excellent lawyer who is very practical in order to get the deal done. He focuses on the big issues and understands when to push for the protection required by the client."